Custom Animations in Microsoft PowerPoint

Add the First Animation Effect

Add an animation effect

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With the first object selected, the Add Effect button becomes active in the Custom Animation task pane.

• Select a style of effect, such as Entrance, Emphasis, Exit or Motion Path. Choosing one of these styles will reveal a sub-menu with selections of animations.
  
  
• Click on different animations and you will see a preview of the effect on your slide.
  
  
• Make your selection.

• Add a Custom Animation
• Select an Object on the Slide to Animate
• Add the First Animation Effect
• Modify an Animation Effect
• Re-Order Custom Animation Effects
• Other Custom Animation Effect Options
• Add Timings to Custom Animations
• Customize Text Animation Settings
• Preview Your Slide Show